Senior Center Kitchen Assistant - Part-time

Job Summary:

Under the immediate supervision of the Title III Congregate Meals Assistant, performs work of routine difficulty in assisting with planning, organizing, preparing, cooking, shopping for groceries, and delivery of meals for the Senior/Elderly members of the Kaibab Paiute Tribe. May intermittently have occasions where assistant may cook meals solo.

Department: Title III

Supervisor: Title III Congregate Meals Assistant

In-House/Tribal Only Applications Due: January 7, 2026

All Other Applications Due: UNTIL FILLED

Status: Permanent, Part-time (Up to 29 hours/week)/No Benefits

Salary: $15.00/hour

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing and cooking foods following a planned menu
• Clean kitchen area, cooking equipment, utensils, and surrounding areas to maintain sanitation requirements
• Serve meals, either in-person or delivery to homes
• Store food in the designated area
• Shop for groceries and household supplies as needed to support program activities.
• Assist with ordering food and supplies for upcoming events or ongoing program needs.
• Attend meetings and training related to health safety requirements for food preparation
• Assist in coordinating training focused on elder issues
• All other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the proper use and cleaning procedures for institutional food preparation equipment. Knowledge of the menu selection process
• Knowledge of the principles of healthy eating
• Skill in maintaining sufficient food supplies
• Skill in interacting with others
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Knowledge of proper attire and hygiene for a food service environment
• Ability to work up to twenty-nine (29) hours per week, as determined by workload
• One (1) year of experience preparing and cooking food; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• High School Diploma or GED
• Possess a valid state driver’s license

Supplemental Requirements:

• Incumbent may be required to attend training to be CPR and First Aid Certified 
• Incumbent must have a Food Handler’s Permit; if not, obtain a permit within 1 month of hire

The Kaibab Paiute Tribe abides by the Indian Preference Act. We are committed to providing a drug-free workplace, and all positions require pre-employment, accident, and random drug testing. Candidates will be required to sign a Confidentiality Agreement.